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Exit Interview
Use these sample questions to gather information upon employment termination. Read More
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Phone Script for Consultant Interviews
Download a phone script to use when contacting potential consultants by phone. Read More
The Makings of Phenomenal Foundation Executive Directors
From masterful communicators to continual learners, phenomenal foundation executive directors share a number of characteristics and skills. Masterful communicators It’s taken me time to feel comfortable communicating from my heart. For many years, I thought of that as less than professional, but I’m learning that part of being an effective communicator is to deliver authentic... Read More
Going Paperless in a Small Foundation Office
Foundations interested in getting rid of all (or some) of their file cabinets and much of the paper that fills them have many options. There are some simple ways to cut back on paper—and many benefits. It’s not all or nothing, of course. Some offices aim to go completely paperless by receiving and distributing information... Read More
Annual Reports
Tailoring to Your Needs and Budget Annual reports can take many forms depending on your foundation’s resources and goals: A short, typed document listing the year’s grants. An elaborately designed and printed publication. A simple one- or two-page letter, either created in-house or with the help of communications consultants. Importantly, annual reports don’t need to... Read More
A Human Resources Checklist
If you take time to answer the following questions, you’ll be well on your way to managing staff legally and ethically, and to creating a supportive work environment that is sure to help your foundation achieve its goals. Advisors and resources Who on the board is responsible for monitoring human resources (HR) at your foundation,... Read More